Tori Darke's latest EP, 'Who I Am,' marks her first full body of work in almost 11 years. Written over a decade, these tracks tell the journey from the end of a relationship to finding independence.

Lee Kernaghan is sharing new music while singing the praises of Australia's up-and-coming country stars.

The new Barunah Country festival takes over the picturesque Barunah Plains in Victoria during the 2027 Easter long weekend.

Each week, the team at Countrytown finds the best new country songs to add to our weekly playlist, The Country Drop. Here's our picks released this week, November 6, 2026.

In 2027, Slim Dusty’s centenary will be marked with Slim Dusty 100, a celebration of his life and music, alongside that of his wife and lifelong musical partner, Joy McKean. Presented by their children Anne and David, the event will bring together music, stories and archival footage to revisit and celebrate the career of one of Australia’s most enduring cultural figures.

“I definitely left a piece of my heart in Nashville, and I’m so glad I did,” Tania Nichamin said.

"We are committed to keep listening and keep finding ways to make sure all artists feel welcome and at home here," CMA said in a statement for Kershaw.

"Beyoncé had this song on hold for a second, believe it or not," Langley said.

After the Sammy Kershaw CMA Awards red carpet snub sparked outrage, the famed lower Broadway honky-tonk stepped in to host him.